High Street, Goring-on Thames, United Kingdom | (888) 635-3814
Housed in genuine 18th-century coach inn
Set in charming rustic village, a 20-minute drive from Oxford
Individually styled rooms blending modern chic with period touches
Marble-tiled bathrooms with REN toiletries and rainshowers
Full English breakfast included in room rate
Fine-dining restaurant on-site
Cozy bar with outdoor terrace
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Some rooms and bathrooms are small
On-site parking is limited
A few rooms could use a refresh
The Miller of Mansfield is a tastefully renovated country inn dating back to the 18th century, and has all the quirks and charm of the original building with some subtle modernization. The 13 rooms here are impressively refinished, though a few feel a little neglected and have creaky floors. Dining is a real highlight and a huge fireplace in the bar creates a cozy atmosphere. Rates are high for this sort of hotel, but its quaint rustic setting in the village of Goring makes it worth the extra expense for many guests.
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Scene
Romantic and contemporary yet cozy 18th-century coaching inn
The Miller of Mansfield is housed in a genuine 18th-century coaching inn, a traditional roadhouse once used by those traveling through the country by horse-drawn coach. Its exteriors have aged red brick and tiling and black wrought-iron brackets, and are covered by clumps of creeping ivy. Inside, elements of its 200-year heritage mingle with a modern renovations, but it still retains the welcoming atmosphere of an old-fashioned country pub. Uneven floors and exposed beams lend a further charm to the place, while decor and ambience remain fresh and suitably tasteful throughout. A large outdoor patio provides ample space to glug down a frothy ale on a summer's day, while two large fireplaces really crank up the snug ambience during colder weather. The hotel appeals to tourists keen to experience a genuine old-fashioned tavern and couples looking for a cozy and romantic getaway in the English countryside.
Location
Set in the center of the rural village of Goring, 20 minutes from Oxford
The Miller of Mansfield is set in the center of the picturesque and quintessentially English village of Goring. The village is located in Southern Oxfordshire, about 50 miles west of London, or a 15-minute drive from the city of Reading. It's a five-minute walk down the River Thames and Goring is easily explored on foot. The historic city of Oxford is around 20 minutes away by car.
Rooms
Individually styled rooms with eclectic old-meets-new chic decor
The inn has 13 individually decorated rooms whose eclectic old-meets-new styling ranges from sumptuous rococo touches to vibrant contemporary flourishes. Furnishings include Philippe Starck plexiglass chairs, sheepskin rugs, and antique-style decorative pieces. Most rooms also feature original period elements such as exposed wooden beams and cast-iron fireplaces, and all include flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms also feature huge bathtubs and espresso machines. Bathrooms are tiled in marble and come with heated towel racks, rainshowers, and REN brand toiletries.
Features
Free English breakfast with cozy bar and outdoor terrace
There is a real emphasis on the dining experience at the Miller of Mansfield, from the full English breakfast (included in the rate), to the simple but hearty lunch offerings, and fine-dining evening menu. All meals are served up in contemporary surrounds with rustic touches. Although fairly modernized, the bar is still cozy, with mismatching, shabby-chic furnishings, a huge fireplace, and a selection of country ales. A large furnished patio also provides space for alfresco snacking and drinking. On-site parking is limited, but there is a public parking lot a one-minute drive away.
